Rajiv Thakur is an Indian stand-up comedian, theatre artist, actor, TV host, and film director. In 2007, he participated in the Hindi reality TV comedy show ‘The Great Indian Laughter Challenge’ along with other popular comedians like Kapil Sharma, Chandan Prabhakar, and Sudesh Lehri. The show was aired on Star One.
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Wiki/Biography
Rajiv Thakur was born on 7 August in Amritsar, Punjab, India. His zodiac sign is Leo. He did his schooling at Jagat Jyoti Model High School, Amritsar. He then pursued a BCom at DAV College, Amritsar.
Rajiv Thakur during his teens
During his college days, he started participating in various theatre plays. After completing his graduation, he enrolled in MCom at Khalsa College, Amritsar. However, the HOD of the commerce department did not allow him to join classes as he did not appear for the entrance exam and was enrolled on the artist quota. He then took admission in PGDCA in the same college. [1]YouTube – KCGC TV Even after completing his post-graduation, he used to participate in cultural festivals at Guru Nanak Dev University (GNDU), Amritsar.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 7″
Hair Colour: Black
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Family
Rajiv belongs to a Punjabi family. [2]India Today
Parents & Siblings
His father, Sarvan Kumar Thakur, owned a shop. His mother, Prem Lata Thakur, used to stitch clothes. He has two sisters named Shalini Rana and Priyanka Thakur.
A picture of Rajiv Thakur’s parents
Rajiv Thakur with his sisters
Wife & Children
On 31 January 2005, he had an arranged marriage with Aarti Thakur.
Rajiv Thakur’s wedding photo
The couple has a daughter named Manya Thakur, and twin sons named Abhiraj Thakur and Athiraj Thakur.
Rajiv Thakur with his wife and children
Address
House No-6, Street No. 1, Judge Nagar, Amritsar – 143001, Punjab (India)
Career
Theatre
Artist
He started his career as a theatre artist and performed in various Hindi and Punjabi theatre plays like Eh Ta Kamaal Ho Gaya, Baba Bantuek Nayak Ki Maut, Mirch Masala, Saawi, And Rab Milayiaan Jodiyan.
Rajiv Thakur in the theatre play Baba Bantu
Writer/Director
As a writer and director, he has worked in various Punjabi and Hindi theatre plays such as Thag Da Nag, Hai Hai Cable TV, Aao Sach Vekho, Princess Diana, and Bunty Aur Bubbly.
Film
Actor
Hindi
In 2010, he made his Hindi film debut with ‘Bhavnao Ko Samjho’ in which he played the role of Shekhar’s friend.
A still of Rajiv Thakur from the film Bhavnao Ko Samjho
He has appeared in a few other Hindi films like ‘Dil Vil Pyaar Vyaar’ (2014), ‘Second Hand Husband’ (2015), and ‘Tutak Tutak Tutiya’ (2016).
Punjabi
In 2008, he made his Punjabi film debut with ‘Lakh Pardesi Hoiye’ in a cameo role.
Lakh Pardesi Hoiye
He was featured in the Punjabi comedy film ‘Khich Ghuggi Khich’ in 2010. Some of his other Punjabi films are ‘Dangar Doctor Jelly’ (2017), ‘Tara Mira’ (2019), ‘Kanjoos Majnu Kharchili Laila’ (2023), and ‘Zindagi Zindabaad’ (2023).
Tara Mira
Director
In 2005, he directed the Hindi film ‘Way of Life.’
Television
Shows
In 2006, he became the second runner-up in the Punjabi reality comedy TV show ‘Hasde Hasande Ravo,’ which aired on MH One.
A still of Rajiv Thakur from the TV show Hasde Hasande Ravo
He has participated as a stand-up comedian in various seasons of Sony TV’s comedy series ‘Comedy Circus.’
Rajiv Thakur in Comedy Circus
In 2009, he won the reality TV comedy show ‘Chhote Miyan Bade Miyan’ along with his partner Saloni. The show was aired on Colors. He has also appeared in various series of the Sony TV comedy show ‘The Kapil Sharma Show’ since 2016.
Rajiv Thakur in The Kapil Sharma Show
He participated in the reality TV dance show ‘Jhalak Dikhla Ja’ in 2023. The show was aired on Sony TV.
A picture of Rajiv Thakur in Jhalak Dikhla Ja
Serial
In 2009, he made his TV acting debut with ‘Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo’ in which he played the role of Raju. The series was aired on SAB TV.
‘Sajan Re Jhoot Mat Bolo
Other Work
He has also worked in a few Punjabi comedy videos like ‘Ghar Jawaaian Da,’ ‘Kulli Chadian Di,’ and Kamaal Ho Gaye. He has performed live at various stage shows and other events.
Rajiv Thakur in a live show
He has uploaded a few stand-up comedy videos on his YouTube channel Rajiv Thakur Comedy, which he started in 2020.
Rajiv Thakur’s YouTube videos
Favourites
- Food: Pranthey, Daal-Roti, Cholley-Kulchey
- Musician: Gurdas Maan
- Colour: White
- Sport: Cricket
- Perfume: Gucci
- Travelling Destination(s): Manali, Goa
- Restaurant: Kesar Da Dhaba in Amritsar, Punjab
Facts/Trivia
- While he was pursuing post-graduation, he won the best actor award five times. Later, he won the Best Actor award at the national level. He has also worked as a stage anchor during youth festivals in college.
Rajiv Thakur with his trophy which he won during his college days
- He is a follower of the Indian spiritual leader Chhatarpur Wale Baba or Gurudev.
Rajiv Thakur at his home
- He follows a vegetarian diet. [3]YouTube – KCGC TV
- In his leisure time, he loves to travel and spend time with his family & friends.
Rajiv Thakur during his vacation
- In 2016, he co-owned a celebrity cricket team Jaipur Raj Joshiley along with the Indian TV actress Kamya Punjabi in the Box Cricket League. He has also played various matches with the team.
A picture of Rajiv Thakur in Box Cricket League
- He is often spotted consuming alcohol at parties and events.
Rajiv Thakur holding a glass of beer
- On several occasions, he has shared that the Indian actor Shah Rukh Khan was his idol.
Rajiv Thakur’s Instagram post for Shah Rukh Khan
- He is a spiritual person and often visits various religious places.
Rajiv Thakur at a temple
- He was a classmate of the popular Indian comedian Kapil Sharma.
References
| ↑1 | YouTube – KCGC TV |
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| ↑2 | India Today |
| ↑3 | YouTube – KCGC TV |
